Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Idlewood Neighborhood of Baltimore, MD from $800 (53 Rentals)

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Lothian Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lothian Apartments

5543 Lothian RdBaltimore, MD 21212
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Marble Hall Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marble Hall Gardens

4430 Marble Hall RdBaltimore, MD 21218
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Stratford Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stratford Apartments

6101 The AlamedaBaltimore, MD 21239
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Park Raven Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Raven Apartments

1806 Ramblewood RdBaltimore, MD 21239
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Dutch Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dutch Village

2349 Perring Manor RdBaltimore, MD 21234
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Pleasantview
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasantview

6600 Knottwood CtBaltimore, MD 21214
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Pinehurst Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinehurst Apartments

310 E Melrose AveBaltimore, MD 21212
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Wellesley House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wellesley House

2301 Pentland DrBaltimore, MD 21234
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Tall Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tall Oaks Apartments

1002 Pleasant Oaks RdBaltimore, MD 21234
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Walker Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Manor

1000 Woodson RdBaltimore, MD 21212
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Park Crescent
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Crescent

6535 Falkirk RdBaltimore, MD 21239
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Idlewood, Baltimore, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Idlewood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Idlewood area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Winston Estates priced from $950. Winston Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,001. Here are the most affordable Idlewood apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Winston Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$950
Winston Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath - Hillendale1BR,1BA$1,001
Barclay Square Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,034
Enclave at Mount Pleasant1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom R1BR,1BA$1,048
Loch Raven Village ApartmentsStudio- ClassicStudio,1BA$1,050
Wellington Gate ApartmentsOne Bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$1,068
Kensington Gate ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,069
Yorkewood ApartmentsThe Williamsburg1BR,1BA$1,075
Hillendale Gate Apartments1BR/1BA Hillendale Gate1BR,1BA$1,111
Midwood Apartments1BR & Den1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Idlewood, MD

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Idlewood area is the $1.53 price per square foot Two Bedroom Executive Model at The Metropolitan of Baltimore in the in the Mid-Govans neighborhood starting from $2,062. The second greatest value Idlewood apartment is the 1129 Gleneagle Rd Model at 1129 Gleneagle Rd, Unit 2 starting at $1,200 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Mid-Govans neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Idlewood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Metropolitan of BaltimoreTwo Bedroom Executive2BR,2BA$1.53
1129 Gleneagle Rd, Unit 21129 Gleneagle Rd2BR,1BA$1.20
Hillen & BelvedereThe Harbor2BR,1BA$1.42
Pleasantview2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.43
Enclave at Mount Pleasant1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom R1BR,1BA$1.31
Winston Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.20
Drumcastle Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.47
Winston Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath - Hillendale1BR,1BA$1.30
Barclay Square Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.44
5212 Hillburn Ave, Unit 2nd Floor5212 Hillburn Ave1BR,1BA$1.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Idlewood, Baltimore, MD

Ranked #162

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northern Baltimore. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Idlewood Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Idlewood Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Idlewood?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Idlewood is under $1,199.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Idlewood?

The cheapest apartment in Idlewood is Winston Estates which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Idlewood costs $2,042.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Idlewood?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 32 regular apartments in Idlewood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Idlewood?

Cheap apartments in Idlewood have an average cost of $314 which is $1,728 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Idlewood.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Sarah Bregel

There are few cities more eclectic and diverse than Baltimore, Maryland. I should know. I've lived in various parts of Baltimore for most of my life.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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